Picked Up My First Handgun At Bradis Today!

[Birdman002]

Very nice choice! Excellent looking piece!

Its addictive, another one will be on the way

 

[indyjoe]

Did you get some Break Free and a .40 cal cleaning snake or rod and brush and jags? Now you can learn how to strip it down and clean it. Always a little bit more enjoyment for a new gun.

 

[WestSider]

Actually the next thing I'm planning on getting is a Mossberg 500 for HD. I also plan to try out hunting this fall and I've heard that the 500 is good for HD and hunting as well. Sadly the G19 is third on my list after I pick up a Mini-14.

Wow I want your gun budget

 

[PKendall317]

Wow I want your gun budget

What budget? I'm a college kid, I have no budget! After I buy a Mossberg I won't be buying any guns for awhile

 

[PKendall317]

DId you get some Break Free and a .40 cal cleaning snake. Now you can learn how to strip it down and clean it. Always a little bit more enjoyment for a new gun.

The first thing I did when I got home was break it down and clean it. I didn't get the snake though.

 

[StrongSide]

Congrats!

Be safe

 

[other dave]

Sadly the G19 is third on my list after I pick up a Mini-14.

You might want to consider an AR-15 as opposed to the Mini 14. AR's seem to be inherently more accurate and magazines are a lot cheaper. Generic Mini 14 mags aren't always reliable and factory ones are more expensive than AR mags.

 

[PKendall317]

You might want to consider an AR-15 as opposed to the Mini 14. AR's seem to be inherently more accurate and magazines are a lot cheaper. Generic Mini 14 mags aren't always reliable and factory ones are more expensive than AR mags.

Yeah I'm actually planning on building my own AR at some point in the future when I get the cash together.

 

[kawtech87]

Oh I won't be getting rid of this gun simply because its the first handgun and first gun that I've actually purchased. And I'm taking BP 100 next saturday.

Good on you for planning ahead and getting training!

And I ment hang onto it (grip wise) bc of the recoil associated with .40 cal pistols, as they tend to be snappy.

But yes also keep it bc it is your first and will always be your first.

 

[kawtech87]

What budget? I'm a college kid, I have no budget! After I buy a Mossberg I won't be buying any guns for awhile

Might I suggest a Mossberg 590A1 in Marine coat? It costs a little more than a standard 500 but the Marine coat gives it much better corrosion resistance, and the 590s have all metal parts where as the 500s use plastic in the safety, trigger guard and a few other parts, and I think it looks better than the standard black 500s. YMMV

I love my 590A1,(although mine is not marine coat I will be getting another that is ) cant go wrong with the tried and true 500 though, You have good taste my friend!

 

[netsecurity]

Congrats PK! Be super safe.

.40 is really snappy. My first pistol was a Glock22 (.40 cal.), and I couldn't hit a thing with it. Pistols are already difficult, having no stock to rest the gun against, and when you add snappy recoil to the mix, it can be difficult for a beginner to achieve bullseyes. Some people are naturals, not me! What I'm saying is, do not get discouraged if it is more difficult than you expected.

You will shoot A LOT better if you practice your grip frequently, until it becomes natural. This can be done safely at home with an EMPTY gun (always triple check when you pick it up, even if you never keep it loaded). Use the 'two thumbs forward grip':

Thumbs-Forward Handgun Grip | Shooting Illustrated

Also you should practice dry firing at home and the range, once you lock your grip in tight. Cock the UNLOADED (triple check every time ; ) gun, aim the gun in a SAFE direction, stare down the sights, and pull the trigger. If the sights move even one millimeter, then keep practicing. It could take days, weeks, or months to master the grip, and trigger pull.

 

[WestSider]

What budget? I'm a college kid, I have no budget! After I buy a Mossberg I won't be buying any guns for awhile

Oh ok I see. The way you were talking I was thinking you were going on a shopping spree. Hey in regards to the shotgun purchase, Mossberg is just releasing their new FLEX line if you are thinking of getting a 500. I like it because you can quickly interchange parts with one shotgun. Here is a link:

Flex Your Mossberg

 

[PKendall317]

You have good taste my friend!

Is it sad that 90% of what I know about guns comes from many hours spent playing first person shooters on my Xbox360, action films, and wikipedia?

 

[TheRude1]

Awsome sauce !

Does it have a name ?

 

[churchmouse]

Congrates PK...I see you did go and get it. Most cool. Be safe with it.
Where do you shoot.........


I have to agree with Kawtech...I just did a lot of work to my 590 A-1 and I love it. They are built like a tank.

 

[chachi73]

Is it sad that 90% of what I know about guns comes from many hours spent playing first person shooters on my Xbox360, action films, and wikipedia?

don't forget all the "study time" wasted on ingo. I remember my first...great feeling isn't it. resist the urge to play with it too much, you'll go blind! LOL.

 

[minx]

I remember when I lost my virginity. Now I cant get enough, .22, .380, 9mm. Wish list .45 and a 12 gauge semi-auto.

 

[PKendall317]

Where do you shoot.........

In the woods behind my house. Next time I'm going to a range.

I remember when I lost my virginity.
Now I cant get enough, .22, .380, 9mm. Wish list .45 and a 12 gauge
semi-auto.

Yeah, I'm fairly certain I've become an "addict" now. It's a disease I need treatment!.....................just not now

 

[kawtech87]

Is it sad that 90% of what I know about guns comes from many hours spent playing first person shooters on my Xbox360, action films, and wikipedia?

Hmm. Well I guess its the way most of the younger generation (mind you Im only 25) has been introduced to firearms so Id say no its pretty typical nowadays.

I was lucky enough to be introduced as a young boy (5yo) and I now have 20 years of research and practice that most kids my age never will get or will only get by the time they are 40. Dont worry its never to late and youve come to the right place and youve already shown that you have a decent head on your shoulders by electing to get training. Keep it up my friend your on the right path!

Next is to spread the word and get your friends involved. The more the marrier!

 

[PKendall317]

Hmm. Well I guess its the way most of the younger generation (mind you Im only 25) has been introduced to firearms so Id say no its pretty typical nowadays.

I was lucky enough to be introduced as a young boy (5yo) and I now have 20 years of research and practice that most kids my age never will get or will only get by the time they are 40. Dont worry its never to late and youve come to the right place and youve already shown that you have a decent head on your shoulders by electing to get training. Keep it up my friend your on the right path!

Next is to spread the word and get your friends involved. The more the marrier!

The first time I fired a gun I was 12 years old at Camp Maumee Boy Scout Reservation. It was only a .22 but it was fun!